MSI
TechnologyMotorola Solutions, Inc. · Communication Equipment · $78B
What is Motorola Solutions, Inc.?
Motorola Solutions is a large-cap technology company focused on mission-critical communications and analytics for government, public safety, and commercial customers worldwide.
Motorola Solutions earns revenue through two segments: Products and Systems Integration — covering land mobile radios, video security devices, and network infrastructure — and Software and Services, which delivers maintenance, cybersecurity, command center software, and cloud-based video analytics to public safety agencies and enterprise clients.
The company traces its current corporate structure to 1980 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
- Land mobile radio (LMR) communications systems
- Video security and access control solutions
- Public safety command center software
- Managed and cybersecurity services
Is MSI a Good Stock to Buy?
UQS Score rates MSI as Below Average overall.
The Moat pillar stands out as the clearest positive — Motorola Solutions serves entrenched public safety markets where switching costs are high and contract relationships run deep. Quality is rated Neutral, reflecting a functional but unexceptional business profile relative to sector peers.
Growth and Risk are both rated Weak, which weigh meaningfully on the composite score. Valuation is Neutral, offering little cushion given the growth and risk profile.
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Past performance does not guarantee future results. UQS Score is based on fundamental data and is not a buy/sell recommendation.
Does MSI pay dividends?
Yes — Motorola Solutions, Inc. pays a dividend.
Motorola Solutions pays a regular dividend, which is relatively uncommon among technology-sector peers. This reflects the company's stable, recurring revenue base in government and public safety markets — segments that tend to generate predictable cash flows even in uncertain economic environments.
When does MSI report earnings?
Motorola Solutions reports earnings on a quarterly cadence, consistent with standard practice for US-listed equities.
The company's Software and Services segment has been a key driver of recurring revenue, while the Products and Systems Integration segment serves long-cycle government procurement. Growth trends have been modest relative to broader technology sector peers.
For the most recent quarter's results, visit Motorola Solutions' investor relations page directly.
MSI Price History
+74.7% over 5Y
Monthly close, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment.
What if I invested in Motorola Solutions, Inc.?
Based on Motorola Solutions, Inc.'s historical closing prices, adjusted for stock splits and dividend reinvestment. Past performance does not guarantee future results. This is for informational purposes only and is not financial advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Motorola Solutions do?
Motorola Solutions provides mission-critical communications technology — including land mobile radios, video security systems, and public safety software — primarily to government agencies, first responders, and commercial customers. It operates through a hardware-and-systems segment and a software-and-services segment.
Does MSI pay dividends?
Yes, Motorola Solutions pays a regular dividend. The company's stable government and public safety customer base supports consistent cash generation, making dividend payments a practical option. Check the company's investor relations page for the current dividend rate and schedule.
When does MSI report earnings?
Motorola Solutions follows a standard quarterly earnings cadence for US-listed companies. For the exact date of the next earnings release, refer to the company's investor relations page or financial calendar.
Is MSI a good stock to buy?
UQS Score rates MSI as Below Average overall. While the Moat pillar reflects genuine competitive advantages in public safety markets, weak Growth and Risk scores limit the composite rating. The full pillar breakdown is available to Pro members on uqs-score.com.
Is MSI overvalued?
MSI's Valuation pillar is rated Neutral, suggesting the stock is neither clearly cheap nor obviously expensive relative to its fundamentals. Given the Weak Growth and Risk ratings, a Neutral valuation offers limited margin of safety. Pro members can view the detailed valuation metrics.
What is MSI's market cap bracket?
Motorola Solutions is classified as a large-cap company, placing it among the more established and widely followed names in the technology sector.
Is MSI a long-term quality indicator?
From a long-term quality perspective, MSI's Moat rating reflects durable advantages — deep government relationships and high switching costs in public safety communications. However, the Weak Growth and Risk ratings suggest investors should weigh those factors carefully before treating it as a long-term core holding.
What sector does MSI belong to?
Motorola Solutions is classified in the Technology sector, though its focus on mission-critical government and public safety infrastructure gives it characteristics more similar to defense or industrial technology companies than consumer or software-pure-play peers.
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MSI — Score History
| Date | UQS | Quality | Moat | Growth | Risk | Value | Change |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 11, 2026 | 22.0 | 0.0 | 66.0 | 0.0 | 36.9 | 0.0 | -27.5 |
| Aug 4, 2026 | 49.5 | 57.4 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 61.1 | -0.1 |
| Aug 2, 2026 | 49.6 | 57.4 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 61.5 | +0.1 |
| Jul 31, 2026 | 49.5 | 57.4 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 60.6 | +0.1 |
| Jul 29, 2026 | 49.4 | 57.4 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 60.4 | -0.5 |
| Jul 25, 2026 | 49.9 | 57.6 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 63.2 | -0.3 |
| Jul 24, 2026 | 50.2 | 57.8 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 64.9 | 0.0 |
| Jul 23, 2026 | 50.2 | 57.8 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 64.6 | 0.0 |
| Jul 22, 2026 | 50.2 | 57.8 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 65.0 | +0.1 |
| Jul 21, 2026 | 50.1 | 57.7 | 66.0 | 37.8 | 13.1 | 64.5 | 0.0 |
MSI — Pillar Breakdown
Quality
— 0.0/100 (25%)Motorola Solutions, Inc. currently shows below-average quality metrics, suggesting challenges with profitability.
How effectively capital is deployed to generate returns.
Ability to convert revenue into operating profit.
Free cash flow relative to market value.
Growth
— 0.0/100 (20%)Motorola Solutions, Inc. faces growth headwinds with declining or stagnant revenue trends.
Revenue trajectory over the last twelve months.
Analyst consensus for future revenue growth.
Risk
— 36.9/100 (15%)Motorola Solutions, Inc. has some risk factors including moderate leverage or solvency concerns.
Debt levels relative to earnings capacity.
Short-term liquidity — ability to pay near-term obligations.
Earnings capacity relative to interest payments.
Valuation
— 0.0/100 (15%)Motorola Solutions, Inc. appears expensively valued relative to its fundamentals and growth prospects.
Moat
— 66/100 (25%)Motorola Solutions, Inc. has meaningful competitive advantages that should protect its market position. The Moat pillar evaluates competitive advantages across five dimensions: Switching Costs, Network Effects, Cost Advantage, Intangible Assets, and Scale & Ecosystem. Sign in to customize moat ratings for MSI.
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How is the MSI UQS Score Calculated?
The UQS (Unified Quality Score) for Motorola Solutions, Inc. is calculated using a proprietary 6-pillar framework with 29 financial metrics. Each pillar evaluates a different dimension on a 0–100 scale, then combines into a single weighted score. Scoring thresholds are calibrated per sector. Momentum is an optional Pro toggle — without it, you get the 5-pillar / 25-metric core shown below.
Quality (25%) measures profitability and capital efficiency — ROIC, ROE, margins, GP/Assets, and FCF Yield.
Moat (25%) assesses Motorola Solutions, Inc.'s competitive advantages across switching costs, network effects, cost advantages, intangible assets, and ecosystem scale.
Growth (20%) tracks revenue trajectory and earnings momentum, combining historical results with analyst forward estimates.
Risk (15%) is inversely scored — lower leverage and strong balance sheet health result in higher scores.
Valuation (15%) measures whether Motorola Solutions, Inc. is fairly priced using earnings yield, price-to-FCF, PEG ratio, and EV/EBITDA relative to sector peers.
Six investor-inspired presets are available, each with different pillar weights: Balanced, Buffett, Munger, Lynch, Cathie Wood, and Graham. The public score shown here uses the Balanced preset. Learn more in our FAQ.